How do I contact the shelter about Ice?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. SPA de Loire Atlantique handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Ice on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Ice if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — SPA de Loire Atlantique will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.

Is Ice already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?

Most dogs on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.

What happens if Ice isn't the right fit?

Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with SPA de Loire Atlantique early rather than rehoming privately; they know Ice and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.

Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?

TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (FR). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.

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Adopt Ice

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 2 years

Male Born in October 2024 Springer Spaniel Description Description Arrived at the shelter following a seizure, Ice was kept on a leash and received poor treatment. Ice is a very sensitive dog who is rediscovering himself and gradually regaining confidence. Anxious and highly vigilant about handling that could lead him to react, Ice is looking for adopters who are attentive to his signals, respectful of his needs and comfort space, and very patient. Ice is a dynamic, lively, very playful and athletic dog. He will need long, secure walks on a leash every day for his well-being. He still has a lot to learn and requires great attention regarding his relationship with humans and predation, resource protection. Placement without children, in a house with a securely fenced yard. Additional information Arrival date at the shelter: March 2026 Identification: 250268782144780 Can live with cats: No Can live with other dogs: Yes Can live with children: No Preferred living conditions:

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Accueil Ice Springer Spaniel, Mâle, né en octobre 2024 Catégories : chien, moyen-grand DescriptionInformations complémentaires Arrivé au refuge, suite à une réquisition, Ice vivait à l’attache et a reçu de mauvais traitements. Ice est un chien avec de l'énergie et une vraie sensibilité. Il aura besoin d'un cadre clair, stable et bienveillant pour progresser sereinement. Ice est un grand sensible, qui se redécouvre et reprend progressivement confiance. Anxieux et hyper vigilant sur la manipulation pouvant l’amener à réagir, Ice recherche des adoptants à l’écoute de ses signaux, respectueux de ses besoins et de son espace de confort, et très patients. Ice est un chien dynamique, plein de vie, très joueur et sportif. Il aura besoin de grandes balades quotidiennes, sécurisées avec une longe, pour son bien-être. Il a encore tout à apprendre. Une grande vigilance sera nécessaire sur sa relation à l’humain, la prédation et la protection de ressources. Placement sans enfants, en maison avec jardin bien clos. Ice recherche des adoptants présents et actifs, prêts à poursuivre son éducation avec cohérence. Conditions de vie souhaitées : en maison, jardin bien clos. Informations complémentaires Sexe Mâle Origine Race reconnue Race Springer spaniel Né en octobre 2024 Date d'arrivée au refuge mars 2026 Identification 250268782144780 Conditions de vie Maison avec jardin indispensable Énergie Dynamique, Sensible, émotif Entente chats Non Entente chiens Sociable avec les chiens selon présentations Enfants Pas d'enfant Produits similaires Nanako Strudel Lolly

Size

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Age

Young · 2 years

Location

🇫🇷Nantes

Shelter

SPA de Loire Atlantique

Living with Ice

✓Good with dogs
✕Good with kids

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Bringing Ice home

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About Ice

What life with Ice looks like

Ice is a young adult mixed breed dog waiting at SPA de Loire Atlantique in Nantes.

An young adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

🇫🇷Adopting from France

French refuges follow the SPA framework: adopters sign a cession contract that includes sterilization, vaccinations, microchip identification, and rabies passport. Fees are typically €150–€300. Many refuges work with rescue transport partners for cross-border placements.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Ice, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Ice?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. SPA de Loire Atlantique handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Ice on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Ice if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — SPA de Loire Atlantique will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Ice already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?: Most dogs on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Ice isn't the right fit?: Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with SPA de Loire Atlantique early rather than rehoming privately; they know Ice and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?: TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (FR). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.